Archive for April, 2011

Whenever I am asked about Modern or Wood Kaleidoscopes, one my my favorite artists is Henry Bergeson.

His attention to detail, the smooth and sleek designs and the exquisite interior images are all at the top of this category of scopes. The smooth finish is as sleek as glass. The maple and bubinga woods are rich and modern. His designs are elegant, simple and mechanically sublime. All these factors add up to the ultimate wood kaleidoscope.

The King’s Ransom is the ultimate interchangeable object cell kaleidoscope. This scope has been given to architects as a thank you with some of the actual building materials added into the cells. It has also been used for marriage proposals with the diamond engagement ring inside the cell (ring not included).

If you are dreaming of a wood sculpture that happens to be a scope. WindDancer is for you. This gorgeous piece of art is inspired by a ship’s sail.

This piece will stand very tall and sleek on your credenza for a striking statement to your office or den.

Thinking today about kaleidoscopes as an art form. A kaleidoscope is a media for art inside and outside.

Some kaleidoscope artists are inspired by great paintings. Here Carolyn Bennett has interpreted Van Gogh’s Starry Starry Night into a bright and modern kaleidoscope inside and out.

Carolyn is a pioneer in kaleidoscopic art. Her interpretations of fine art onto and into kaleidoscopes are respectful and innovative. She has also been a leader in the mechanics and design applications of scopes. Carolyn is the original designer of the Jazzy Kaleidoscope; the first toy style kaleidoscope that can be customized on the interior image without compromising the quality of the optics.

And to top it all off, she’s a great person! With a great sense of fun and compassion! We are honored to consider her a friend and a colleague!